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Each hunting season is different
Wilson County News
November 24, 2009 | Comment on this article
Each year, the deer-hunting season goes a little differently for me. Some years I get to spend a great deal of time in the woods, while other years have included just a trip or two.
This year started off well, as my son and I were able to take advantage of the youth-only weekend. My buddy and I then got to open the general season at his ranch, as we had done many times in the past. Of course we didn’t shoot any deer opening weekend, but we saw a few and had a great time.
Now, as we approach the end of November, I once again find myself looking at the calendar, trying to identify dates when I can get back into the woods. Unfortunately, this weekend isn’t one of them.
For many hunters, the long Thanksgiving weekend is a perfect opportunity to head to the woods. Once the family obligations have been met around the dinner table, it’s time to head for the stand. I know that for many hunters, the Thanksgiving weekend will be their first trip into the woods. For some, it may be their only trip.
When it comes to that first trip of the year, the excitement level is always sky-high. You have been dreaming of taking that big one since the last season ended, and your time has finally come. No matter what you see or don’t see, however, the first weekend almost always has a good story attached to it.
For me, this year’s opening weekend presented my buddy and me with a unique opportunity. No, it wasn’t to shoot a big buck. Heck, we could do that anytime. ... No, we chose instead to take the opportunity to pass a little knowledge on to the next generation. And what was the lesson for the weekend? “How to winch a 10,000-pound Ford F350 out of the mud.”
Yup, every year is a little different. Lord only knows what additional lessons lie ahead.
And hey, if you’re one of those hunters fortunate enough to spend the Thanksgiving weekend hunting, make sure to take a picture of your deer and your deer blind. Our 2009 deer blind contest is coming to an end soon, and I know there are some good ones out there we haven’t seen yet.
To enter contest, send us a photo of your deer blind(s), along with your name, address, and daytime phone number. Photos can be mailed to 1012 C Street, Floresville, TX 78114, or submitted by e-mail to reader@wcn-online.com. Photos become property of the Wilson County News and will not be returned. Entries must be received by close of business Dec. 3. |
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